Retreats
Exploring the value of creative writing in caring for ourselves and others
Words in the Wood
15 June 2026
Hazel Hill Wood
Grimstead Road, Farley, near Salisbury SP5 1AU
A day of guided creative writing exercises and sharing our writing, in a beautiful woodland, with other like-minded professionals. We have the use of stunning indoor and outdoor spaces, fire circle, walks in the wood, time to be both alone and together.
Everyone is welcome, but it might be of particular interest to people working in personal development and/or the caring professions:, such as counsellors, psychotherapists, medical professionals, wellbeing practitioners, and coaches.
Credit: Jeremy Parkinson
“To practice any art, no matter how well or badly, is a way to make your soul grow. So do it.”
Kurt Vonnegut
What You’ll Experience
Practice writing exercises that support self-care, resourcing us to help our patients and clients
Learn practical tools for reflective practice to deepen self-awareness and professional growth
Build rich connections, learning with and from others in similar fields
Enjoy the peace and tranquillity of a beautiful 70-acre mixed woodland
The day will run from 10am - 4pm, and cost £95.
“I took part in the Woods in the Woods workshop with a group of inspirational people all there to relax and enjoy the therapy of writing openly and freely.
Highly recommend this workshop for anyone looking for a day of contemplation, trying new ways or working and gathering thoughts.
The setting was idyllic with a barn for hot drinks and delicious home made cakes, and warming fires at every clearing where we gathered to write.
Thank you to Caroline and the team for facilitating such a well structured event.”
— Rachael
